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Download Solution PDFIf wildlife sanctuaries are there to protect wild animals, then what do biosphere reserves protect?
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- Biosphere reserves are designated areas that aim to conserve the entire biodiversity of the area, which includes not only the flora and fauna but also the ecosystem as a whole.
- These reserves promote sustainable development and involve local communities in conservation efforts.
- Biosphere reserves are recognized under the UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme.
- They serve as 'living laboratories' for testing out and demonstrating integrated management of land, water, and biodiversity.
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- Wildlife sanctuaries focus primarily on protecting specific species of animals.
- India has a total of 18 biosphere reserves, some of which are part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves.
- Examples of biosphere reserves in India include the Sundarbans, Nilgiri, and Nanda Devi.
- Biosphere reserves help in maintaining genetic diversity and provide a framework for research and education on sustainable development.
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